How Code/Art Can Help Your School Earn a STEAM Designation: A Success Story from Carlos J. Finley Elementary

Dec 5, 2024 | All News

Earning a STEAM designation is a milestone achievement for any school, signaling a strong commitment to Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math education. If your school is in Miami-Dade or surrounding areas and you’re looking for a partner to support your STEAM journey, Code/Art is here to help!

Supporting Miami-Dade Schools on the Path to STEAM

Recently, Carlos J. Finley Elementary in Miami proudly earned its STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) designation, thanks in part to support from Code/Art’s STEAM-aligned programming. Our team worked closely with the school over four strategic touchpoint visits, providing coding instruction, curriculum support, and engaging workshops that introduced their students to creative coding through our popular CodeYourSelf™ lesson. 

As part of this effort, Code/Art partnered with Break Through Tech Miami, bringing in coding instructor and Florida International University student, Sophia Rodriguez to lead interactive computer science lessons. These sessions introduced students—many for the first time—to fundamental coding concepts using creative, student-centered approaches that tie directly into the STEAM framework.

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Why Code/Art?

If your school is pursuing a STEAM or STEM designation in Miami-Dade, partnering with Code/Art offers many benefits:

✅ STEAM-aligned curriculum tailored for K–12 students

✅ In-school coding workshops and demos that fulfill STEAM requirements

✅ After-school coding clubs that foster student interest in computer science and the arts

✅ Teacher training and support to build long-term program sustainability

✅ Connections with local universities and tech professionals

✅ Focus on inclusion—especially increasing girls’ participation in tech

Our coding programs for kids go beyond the classroom. They create excitement, build confidence, and help schools stand out when applying for STEAM recognition.

Make Your School the Next Success Story

At Code/Art, we believe every child should have access to transformative STEAM education—and every school should have the support it needs to get there. Whether you’re just starting your STEAM application process or looking for ways to strengthen your existing programs, our team can guide you every step of the way.

📩 Interested in bringing Code/Art to your school?
Contact us today at info@code-art.com to learn how our coding programs, clubs, and educator support services can help your school earn its STEAM designation in Miami-Dade County.

Click here to download our “Bring Code/Art to Your School” Brochure. 

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